Slieve Bloom Mountains

Ok tourabout

This tour about was not as lovely as we expected, while it did offer some pretty views, it was not outstanding. There were lots of bikers enjoying the roads. Maybe we just didn't know where to go but ...

Our favourite walk in Ireland

We have walked the Glenbarrow route twice before but today took the longer red route - it was only breathtaking! The peaceful scenery is a hidden gem in the midlands. Much of the walk is on a boardwal...

Giant grave loop, slieve blooms

This is a lovely walk. Very deserted. I didn't come across another single person. Sections are extremely muddy ( hey it's winter) so good waterproof hiking boots are an essential. I was slightly a...

Great climbs for road bikes

Climbed The Cut, Wolftrap and Glendine with road bike - really tough going especially Glendine. You will feel a sense of achievement when completed!

Hiking trails with superb scenery, wildlife and very few people.

Wonderful scenery and sense of remoteness in this wilderness. We walked the Slieve Bloom Way over 2 days and stayed at Giltraps pods in Kinnitty which worked out well. For a B&B option Ardmore House i...